Saltwater
Flathead
Platycephalus spp.
- Peak season
- Year-round (best in Summer)
- Length range
- 25–90 cm
- Weight range
- 0.3–8 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–25 m
Habitat
Sandy estuarine flats, channels, and coastal shallows. Lies camouflaged on sandy or muddy bottoms.
Behavior
Ambush predator that buries in sand and lunges at passing prey. Feeds on prawns, small fish, and squid.
Best techniques
- Soft plastics on jig head
- Bait fishing with prawns
- Trolling with shallow lures
- Casting vibes on sand flats
